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WestJet Cargo boosts Caribbean freight capacity with Sunwing fleet
Canadian air cargo carrier, WestJet Cargo, has announced a major expansion of its cargo network following the successful integration of leisure carrier Sunwing Airlines into the WestJet Group. The move adds 18 Boeing 737 aircraft to WestJet’s fleet, unlocking new freight service opportunities and boosting belly cargo capacity on popular Caribbean routes. The expanded operations…
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U.S. Air Force Might Bring Back AGM-183 ARRW in New Budget Proposal
Gen. Allvin hinted that the service might resume working on the AGM-183 ARRW hypersonic weapon, after previously stating that it would not be procured. After previously stating that it would not procure the weapon, the U.S. Air Force might have had a change of heart and decided to continue working to procure the AGM-183 Air-Launched…
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Aging C-5 and C-17 Fleets Threaten USAF Mobility Gap
It is no secret that the C-5 and C-17 are getting older. The C-5 began flying in 1970, and the C-17 joined the Air Force inventory in 1993. With the ages of these vital aircraft, it seems logical that the United States would have replacements ready or at least be developing new transport aircraft. However,…
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Glasair vs. pickup truck
I found out that an airport employee had given permission for an individual to drive his pickup truck out onto the active runway to look for a hubcap!
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JPA Design lounge opens at Brussels Airport
JPA Design has completed a lounge at Brussels Airport, commissioned by the Brussels Airport Company (BAC). Named The View for its dual-aspect windows overlooking the apron and runways, this visionary design delivers a luxurious, multi-zoned space that blends functionality with comfort. READ: Plaza Premium opens Heathrow Saudia lounge Conceived by JPA Design and crafted by Atelier…
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SolitAir chooses Marsh McLennan for aviation risk management
Dubai-based cargo carrier SolitAir has announced a strategic partnership with insurance brokerage and aviation risk management services firm, Marsh McLennan. As part of the collaboration, Marsh McLennan will provide comprehensive coverage to safeguard SolitAir’s growing fleet of Boeing aircraft, along with its other operational assets. SolitAir’s growing fleet operates out of its DWC facility and…
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Menzies acquires Spirit Cargo Handling to expand Nordic operations
Airport operations specialist, Menzies Aviation, is strengthening its cargo footprint in Northern Europe with the acquisition of Spirit Cargo Handling, previously operated by SAS Ground Handling Norway. The move marks the company’s first dedicated air cargo operation and warehouse in Norway, as it continues to execute its global cargo growth strategy. Through the deal, Menzies…
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Milestone for A350F as first wingset finished at Airbus Broughton
Airbus has completed the first set of wings for its next-generation A350 freighter aircraft (A350F), marking a major milestone at its Broughton facility. The A350F wings, which share their design with the A350 passenger jet, are being built on the same production line, enabling efficiencies in both operations and manufacturing. Constructed using advanced composite materials,…
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IBA remains positive for Paris Air Show aircraft orders despite ‘gloomy speculation’
Aviation intelligence platform IBA Insight has issued an optimistic assessment of aircraft orders likely to be revealed at next week’s Paris Air Show, despite ongoing concerns about US tariffs. In a preview of the biennial show, IBA chief economist Stuart Hatcher, said it “would be good to see a positive” air show amid otherwise “gloomy…
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Hactl launches Phase 2 of AI-powered heat detection system
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has rolled out Phase 2 of its intelligent cargo thermal detection system at SuperTerminal 1, strengthening safety measures at the city’s busiest independent cargo hub. Building on the initial phase launched in December 2023 – which introduced thermal scanning of cargo immediately before aircraft loading – this latest…
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